Matt Sczesny

West Palm Beach

Multi Media Journalist at WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, FL)

Multi Media Journalist WPTV

Articles

Boys & Girls Club of Palm Beach County receives $20K grant to feed children

1 week ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WPTV is addressing the issue of food insecurity in our communities and connecting you with organizations that are stepping in to help. We have been looking into the numbers and resources available, devoting a large portion of our Wednesday evening newscasts to the topic.
Delray Beach mother wonders 'why everything just keeps going up'

1 week ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Affording groceries is a growing problem in the U.S. According to Feeding America, 47 million people in America are considered food insecure. WATCH BELOW: Delray Beach woman wonders 'why everything just keeps going up' Delray Beach woman wonders 'why everything just keeps going up' The problem is growing because of the surge in grocery costs since the pandemic, and now some benefits could be decreasing.
Food insecurity in Florida: This is how many people are affected in our area

1 week ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Food insecurity affects a significant number of families across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. WPTV found that each of the five counties in our viewing area has about 13% of the population that is considered food insecure, according to stats from Feeding America. Okeechobee County had the highest figure, with 17% of the population considered food insecure.
Florida insurance companies post profits for first time in 8 years, report says

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WPTV hasn't stopped covering the latest news on Florida's insurance coverage collapse. This week, we found out the state's insurance companies are achieving some sizable profits. According to ratings firm AM Best, 45 insurers posted combined profits of $207 million last year compared to a loss of $174 million in 2023.
Former US Rep. David Jolly launches campaign to become next Florida governor

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A former Republican congressman turned Democrat officially launched his candidacy Thursday morning to become the next governor of Florida. David Jolly recently sat down with WPTV reporter Matt Sczesny about his run for the state's top elected office. "I'm running for governor of Florida because we are in the midst of an affordability crisis," he said during an interview with WPTV conducted in West Palm Beach.
Food insecurity grows in Palm Beach County, Treasure Coast amid threats to cut government assistance

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — It's something many of us don't easily see in our daily lives, but the struggle to put food on the table affects people in Florida every day. Cars lined up for blocks at a food pantry distribution have become a frequent sight in the last few years.
Slide CEO Bruce Lucas took home $21.1 million in 2024, SEC filing shows

3 weeks ago | wflx.com | Matt Sczesny

WPTV has not stopped seeking answers to Florida's insurance coverage collapse. We learned that Bruce Lucas, the CEO of Slide Insurance based in Tampa, and his spouse are taking home a sizeable household income. WATCH BELOW: Slide CEO took home $21.1 million in 2024It's the kind of news that can shake up an already turbulent Florida insurance landscape.
Slide CEO Bruce Lucas took home $21.1 million in 2024, SEC filing shows

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WPTV has not stopped seeking answers to Florida's insurance coverage collapse. We learned that Bruce Lucas, the CEO of Slide Insurance based in Tampa, and his spouse are taking home a sizeable household income. WATCH BELOW: Slide CEO took home $21.1 million in 2024 Slide CEO Bruce Lucas took home $21.1M last year It's the kind of news that can shake up an already turbulent Florida insurance landscape.
My Safe Florida Home program still on pause: What homeowners need to know

3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Matt Sczesny

BOCA RATON, Fla. — The popular My Safe Florida Home program is stuck on pause: no applications, no money and confusion for some homeowners. Dennis Mensch of Boca Raton contacted WPTV, wondering over the last few months what was happening with his application for the program.
What can homeowners do if they get nonrenewal insurance notice?

4 weeks ago | wflx.com | Matt Sczesny

WPTV keeps looking for answers to Florida's insurance coverage collapse. This week, we told you about one homeowner losing his Citizens Insurance coverage. So, we wanted to find out about the options and risks for homeowners navigating this situation. WATCH BELOW: What can homeowners do if they get nonrenewal insurance notice? Nonrenewal notices are something that Citizen Insurance said happened to more than 4,200 homeowners in Florida last year.